Dictionary Check: gown

"gown" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

noun

a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

noun

the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located

Example: "the relations between town and gown are always sensitive"
noun

lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women

noun

protective garment worn by surgeons during operations

Synonyms:
noun

outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions

Synonyms:
verb

dress in a gown

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